How Tos

Ever needed to show your iPad screen on your Mac for a demo, class, or just to look super techy in a meeting?

Here’s the cleanest hack — no apps, no downloads, no drama.

🔌 What You Need:

• Your iPad

• Your Mac

• A charging cable (Lightning or USB-C)

So, your daughter has an iPhone 16 and you’re using a Mac. You’re not alone if you’re concerned about how much time she’s spending on her device or what she’s accessing. The good news? Apple has built powerful parental tools right into iOS and macOS that let you keep an eye—and some boundaries—on things.

In this post, we’ll show you how to set up Screen Time, Location Tracking, App Restrictions, and more right from your Mac, without needing an iPhone yourself.

Step 1: Set Up Family Sharing

Family Sharing is the backbone of Apple’s parental controls. It lets you group family Apple IDs and manage them remotely.

✅ Here’s how to set it up:

1. On your Mac, go to System Settings > Apple ID > Family Sharing.

Parenting in 2025 means half your job is keeping small fingers away from big trouble on a glass slab. Apple has finally made that easier—if you know where all the switches live. This guide walks you through today’s iPadOS 18.5 parental-control tool-kit, from the obvious Screen Time toggles to the stealthier “kid-won’t-guess-my-passcode” upgrades Apple just slipped in. Ready? Let’s child-proof.

1. Start with the Right IDs

1. Give your child their own Apple ID (under 13, you create it for them).

2. Add them to Family Sharing → Settings › Family. This unlocks approval requests and lets you manage everything remotely. 

2. Flip the Master Switch: Screen Time

Whether you’re handing your iPhone over to someone, fixing a persistent issue, or just giving it a fresh start—formatting, restoring, and updating your iPhone can make it feel brand new. This guide walks you through how to properly erase, restore, and update your iPhone step-by-step.

Before You Begin: Things to Check

Before you tap “Erase,” slow down. Do these first:

1. Backup Your iPhone
   

• Use iCloud: Go to Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup > Tap Back Up Now.

• Or use Finder/iTunes: Connect iPhone to Mac/PC → Open Finder (macOS Catalina or later) or iTunes → Select your device → Click Back Up Now.